Education
Lathan McKee Architects creates exceptional educational facilities for every student, from Pre-K to higher education. We specialize in creating innovative and functional learning environments that enhance student engagement, supporting modern teaching methods, ensure safety and foster creativity. Our team understands the unique needs of educational institutions and delivers solutions that support both teachers and students.
We don’t just design education buildings; we create integrated, future-focused campus solutions. Lathan McKee Architects specializes in creating educational spaces that are dynamic, functional, aligned with modern teaching methods, and accommodate future growth. Our extensive experience spans a wide range of facilities for both new construction and renovations.
Our work includes spaces that provide:
• Flexible Learning Spaces: We design libraries and classrooms that adapt to evolving teaching methods, fostering both individual study and collaborative group work.
• STEM & Career Tech Labs: From science and engineering labs to state-of-the-art career technical facilities for culinary arts, welding, and cyber-IT, we design immersive, hands-on learning environments that prepare students for the future.
• Fine Arts: From choir to band, art studios, and performance theater, we create spaces for students to embrace and explore their creative side.
• Inclusive Environments: Our designs for special needs spaces are crafted with a deep understanding of unique requirements, creating safe and supportive environments for every student.
• Athletic & Community Hubs: Our competition gyms, athletic facilities, and theaters serve as vibrant centers for school and community events, enhancing school spirit and engagement.
Benjamin Russell High School
Benjamin Russell High School is a new educational facility for Alexander City Schools, located in Alexander City, Alabama. The school is designed to serve Grades 9 through 12, encompassing 262,000 square feet, and is currently under construction. The extensive facility features a Kitchen/Cafeteria, a 650-seat Auditorium, Band and Choral spaces, Health Sciences areas, a Media Center, a 1,200-seat Competition Gymnasium, a Two-Story Classroom Wing, Administrative Offices, a Storm Shelter, and New Site and Athletic Amenities.
Russellville High School
Russellville High School is a New Construction/Renovation project for Russellville City Schools located in Russellville, Alabama, covering 42,000 SF. The project includes a new classroom building that is attached to the existing library and cafeteria. This new building features 17 classrooms, a new lobby entrance, and administration offices.
Thompson High School
Thompson High School in Alabaster, Alabama, part of the Alabaster City Schools, features a total of 431,000 square feet. The facility includes 105 classrooms, a large secure interior courtyard, and a 5,500 square-foot Innovation Center. Specialized educational spaces consist of 6 science lab classrooms and 20 labs dedicated to career technology, business, and computer studies. The school also provides a cafeteria with seating capacity for 654 students.
“They genuinely listen to our team, accept their responsibility throughout a project, and exude a high degree of integrity.”
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